"I Have Been Dishonest"
At one time she was known as the “fastest woman on Earth,” and arguably the “best female athlete in the world.” But as of Friday, Oct. 5, Marion Jones revealed that she used steroids before the 2000 Olympics, tainting a five-medal performance she previously said she did with her own natural abilities.
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Honoring Young Champions
The Salvation Army Ray Robinson Oak Park Community Center held its first "Banquet of Champions Youth Basketball Awards Program" recently. The banquet was an opportunity for youths to share awards and to organize the event.
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Giants Release Bonds
The San Francisco Giants released home run king Barry Bonds. From hitting a home run in his first at bat to becoming the game's all-time home run, the future Hall of Famer has delivered many indelible moments over his 15 seasons.
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Not Enough MLB Blacks
When I wrote a column about the lack of African Americans playing on Major League teams, I said that if the trend does not improve, then the roster of Major League Baseball would start to look like the National Hockey League.
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A Day To Remember
On a cool Friday morning myself and the entire staff of The Sacramento OBSERVER experienced a red letter day in our lives. A red letter day is when you experience an event or experience that is forever etched in your mind and soul.
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